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BN58 FBX

2008 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,692 mi
Last recorded144,692 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW 11885,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 FBX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2025 144,692 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 218,753 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 211,990 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 127,890 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 200,697 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 197,664 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle check light displayed on dashboard. (yellow vehicle on ramp)

Pass 29 Aug 2019 191,038 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper very slight freeplay suspension arm

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper arm very slight freeplay

Pass 29 Aug 2018 177,736 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 99,921 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 89,081 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 76,979 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 66,091 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 53,212 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 42,126 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 33,893 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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BN58 FBX is a 2008 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 85,184 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN58 FBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN58 FBX registered?

BN58 FBX is a 2008 BMW 118, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is BN58 FBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 FBX shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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